Annie Howard

Annie Howard obituary, Vancleave, MS

Annie Howard

Annie Howard Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Marshall Funeral Home and Cremations on Dec. 30, 2025.
Annie Howard was born on August 3, 1958, and was a lifelong resident of Vancleave, Mississippi. She was known for her kindness, her beautiful spirit, and her love of simple pleasures. She enjoyed watching TV and solving word search puzzles in her spare time.

Annie Howard passed away peacefully at Ocean Springs Hospital on December 11, 2025 at the age of 67. She will be remembered as a caring and loving woman who brought joy to those around her.

Annie was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Kenny Joe Howard, and her son, Kenneth Joseph Howard.

She is survived by her daughter, Janet Reed; granddaughter, Brieanna Reed; and son-in-law, JJ Haney. Annie is also survived by special friends Larry and Shirley Hopstein, as well as her nephew, Joshua Waltman, and his wife, Aubrey Waltman, along with her great-nephew and grandnieces.

Annie's memory will live on in the hearts of all who knew her.

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